Blast Shield Material
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville (FLCJ) intends to issue a sole source award to Jered LLC for Blast Shield Material in support of the USS MASON (DDG-87) Maintenance Availability. This is a Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested parties must respond by July 1, 2026, with clear evidence of their ability to meet the requirement.
Purpose & Scope
This procurement is for specific Blast Shield Material components, including upper, lower, left-hand, curved, and right-hand blast shields, as per SW323-AJ-MMA-010 Rev 7, 5 Inch Ammunition Strikedown Equipment. These materials are essential for the maintenance availability of the USS MASON (DDG-87) at NS Mayport, FL. The required delivery date for these components is February 28, 2027.
Contract Details & Justification
- Contracting Activity: NAVSUP FLC Jacksonville
- Requiring Activity: South East Regional Maintenance Center (SERMC)
- Anticipated Award Date: July 11, 2026
- NAICS Code: 332510 (Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard.
- PSC Code: 2040 (Marine Hardware And Hull Items)
The sole source justification is based on 41 U.S.C. 1901 as implemented by FAR 13.501(a). Jered LLC (CAGE: 98523, UEID: MEMSWT1LFU18) is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only authorized provider of these proprietary parts and services. The materials are exclusive to Jered LLC, and no third-party companies are authorized or certified to distribute or service their equipment.
Response & Contact Information
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposal or quote. However, any source eligible to provide the required blast shield material must respond in writing by July 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Responses must include clear and convincing evidence demonstrating the ability to fulfill the requirement.
Primary Contact: Amanda Huddleston, amanda.b.huddleston.civ@us.navy.mil Secondary Contact: Kyle Nelson, kyle.a.nelson2.civ@us.navy.mil